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A Keeper

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Transcription

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Full Marks Kate

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5 out of 5 stars
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Welcome to the life of a junior doctor: 97-hour weeks, life and death decisions, a constant tsunami of bodily fluids, and the hospital parking meter earns more than you. Scribbled in secret after endless days, sleepless nights and missed weekends, Adam Kay's This is Going to Hurt provides a no-holds-barred account of his time on the NHS front line. Hilarious, horrifying and heartbreaking, this diary is everything you wanted to know - and more than a few things you didn't - about life on and off the hospital ward.

5 out of 5 stars

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4.5 out of 5 stars
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Elvira Carr is 27 and neuro-atypical. Her father - whom she suspects was in the secret service - has passed away and, after several Unfortunate Incidents growing up, she now spends most of her time at home with her overbearing mother. But when her mother has a stroke, Elvira is suddenly forced to look after herself or risk ending up in sheltered accommodation. Armed with her Seven Rules, which she puts together after online research, Elvira hopes to learn how to navigate a world that's full of people she doesn't understand.

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Summary

Shortlisted for the National Book Awards

Graham Norton's debut novel, Holding, was a Sunday Times best seller and loved everywhere. His new novel, A Keeper, is a twisted tale of secrets and ill-fated loves that once again demonstrates Norton's understanding of human nature and all its darkest flaws.

The mystery of Elizabeth Keane's father is one that has never been solved by the people of Buncarragh - not for lack of speculation. Her mother, Patricia, had been assumed a spinster until she began dating a mysterious man from out of town and within months had left Buncarragh and had married.

Less than two years later, Patricia was back, with a new baby in her arms but no new husband by her side and unbendingly silent about her recent past. A secret she would take with her to her grave.

Now, as Elizabeth returns to the village after her mother's funeral, bringing with her her own regrets and wounds, she finds a thin pile of ribbon-bound letters at the back of a wardrobe that may at last hold the key to her past:

Definitely...A Keeper.

Graham Norton’s second novel is as good, if not better than the first. Very different, not a detective story this time, but so eloquent. He paints a picture instantly. His voice matches the texture and depth of his words. The storyline is gentle but yet it never stalls and it is so cleverly woven between the past and future, that you want to hear more. Very clever, Mr Norton....this book is an absolute delight.

Excellent book

An exciting, intriguing, atmospheric read. It's depth of humanity is breathtaking and human frailities come very much to the fore. Also there is the sprinkling of humour which is added very discreetly. Definitely going on my favourite book list and so loved Graham reading it. Thanks Graham looking forward to your next book / audio.

A Keeper kept me listening

I enjoyed Graham reading this book to me. His voices were just right and really brought the tale to life. It was an intriguing opening which raised questions, some of which kept me guessing right until the last couple of chapters.
Occasionally is was confusing as we went from THEN to NOW, quite frequently, but not a major problem.
Overall very enjoyable listening which kept me happily diverted on a couple of long drives.

Really good take

I loved this book. Enjoyed Graham Norton’s first book but this was even better. The story was quite compelling and it was lovely to have Graham reading it. Lots of twists and turns along the way. Highly recommended.

3 of 3 people found this review helpful

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Robin

05-11-18

Man of surprises

I only knew Graham Norton as the well dressed, slightly naughty, and delightfully funny talk show host. I should not have been surprised that he could weave a tale with nice plot twists, endearing (ok, one was bat shit crazy) characters. Great narration, hearing his brogue takes me back to Belfast. Nicely done

4 of 4 people found this review helpful

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5 out of 5 stars

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5 out of 5 stars

naomi

20-12-18

This sucked me in completely from the start!

Loved this book! Please write more books, and I will buy every single one of them!

3 of 3 people found this review helpful

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5 out of 5 stars

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5 out of 5 stars

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5 out of 5 stars

April Herron

21-10-18

Totally enjoyable!

Funny, exciting, serious and mysterious. Graham is amazing at writing how woman think and describes things so perfectly you feel like you are with the characters. And listening to him read it is an extra bonus. I liked his first novel and I loved this one! Can’t wait for him to release another!

3 of 3 people found this review helpful

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5 out of 5 stars

Story

5 out of 5 stars

Elizabeth Kyes

14-01-19

Another great read.

Thoroughly enjoyed this. I look forward to his next book. Rich characters, and he reads it so well.

2 of 2 people found this review helpful

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5 out of 5 stars

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5 out of 5 stars

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5 out of 5 stars

Alice

12-01-19

Every Minute Enjoyable

The naration was perfect,the story and writing as well. What a great book. Wouldn't change a thing. I would love to see more Graham Norton works on Audible. BIG fan.

2 of 2 people found this review helpful

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5 out of 5 stars

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5 out of 5 stars

Kate Sullivan

12-01-19

the writing is only outshone by the narration.

fantastic story and very interesting characters. i loved every minute of it. such a talent!

2 of 2 people found this review helpful

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5 out of 5 stars

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5 out of 5 stars

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5 out of 5 stars

Camille Losey

23-12-18

Couldn't stop listening!

Graham does a wonderful job of narrating his own book. I started listening to this and didn't want to stop. I very much enjoyed the story.

2 of 2 people found this review helpful

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5 out of 5 stars

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5 out of 5 stars

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5 out of 5 stars

Keeensor

17-12-18

couldn't stop listening

an intriguing and unique story. I couldn't stop listening to find out what happened next.

2 of 2 people found this review helpful

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5 out of 5 stars

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5 out of 5 stars

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5 out of 5 stars

C.

31-10-18

Wonderful!

I’ve been in an Audible rut lately, unable to find an audiobook that can keep my interest. Well, Graham Norton to the rescue! The book was gripping and I found myself driving the long way home just to hear more of the story! I almost wish Mr Norton would give up TV and write full time.

2 of 2 people found this review helpful

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5 out of 5 stars

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5 out of 5 stars

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5 out of 5 stars

John Scott

19-10-18

Absolutely “smashing”

Another splendid yarn by a genius with words, storytelling and performing. I almost wish Norton had begun his book-writing career earlier in his life so I could have a shelf of his works to keep me entertained. This one, as the title suggests, is “a keeper.” With a delightful ‘then” and “now” format, he tells us a story of a woman trying to put some affairs in order as she learns, through a series of startling discoveries, that nothing is as it seems. It’s a mystery that is unveiled in the same steps it is solved. I couldn’t seem to put it down when I suddenly realized that it was closer to being finished than I was. I will enjoy it many more times. What a treasure Graham Norton is!